Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER/RADIO SHORT CIRCUIT
Equipment · electrical · radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, CONDENSATION FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AIR CONDITIONING DUCTS MAY DROP THROUGH VENT HOLES IN THE TOP OF THE RADIO AND RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT SUBSEQUENTLY SENDS DIRECT CURRENT TO THE REAR SPEAKERS.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD RESULT IN A SPEAKER FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL ADD A SPECIAL TAPE TO THE TOP OF THE RADIO TO PREVENT THE POTENTIAL OF WATER INTRUSION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Repair progress not yet reported238,000 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA
or ask a dealer to check campaign 04V531000
Listed for 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
DAIMLERCHRYSLER/POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE
Steering · hydraulic power assist · hose, piping, and connections
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK.
- Consequence
- POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Repair progress not yet reported681,000 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 04V386000
Listed for 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
SOUTHERN COMFORT/RUNNING BOARDS
Structure
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT.
- Consequence
- THIS OVERHEATING CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE RUNNING BOARD TO MELT OR CAUSE A FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SOUTHERN COMFORT AT 1-800-745-6096.
Repair progress not yet reported3,674 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 03V094000
Listed for 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FUEL TANK CONTROL VALVE WELD
Fuel system, gasoline · storage · tank assembly
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, THE FUEL TANK CONTROL VALVE WELD JOINT COULD SEPARATE RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK.
- Consequence
- FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERBODY FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Repair progress not yet reported116,029 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 02V274000
Listed for 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan. Not checked against your VIN.
DAIMLERCHRYSLER/FMVSS 225/OWNER MANUAL INFO
Child seat
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE OWNER MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THESE VEHICLES DO NOT INDICATE WHICH SEATING POSITIONS ARE EQUIPPED WITH TETHER ANCHORAGES AND CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
- Remedy
- OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE NECESSARY CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INFORMATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN OCTOBER 8, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE INFORMATION WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Repair progress not yet reported52,649 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 01V310000
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Owner complaints (290)
290 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
12involved a crash
14involved a fire
18injuries reported
2deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 290 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 59 | 20.3% |
| Steering | 53 | 18.3% |
| Power train | 42 | 14.5% |
| Electrical system | 38 | 13.1% |
| Service brakes | 36 | 12.4% |
| Exterior lighting | 21 | 7.2% |
| Seat belts | 21 | 7.2% |
| Structure | 19 | 6.6% |
| Fuel system | 16 | 5.5% |
| Suspension | 16 | 5.5% |
How 2002 compares with other Grand Caravan years
Best and worst Grand Caravan years →1998559
1999432
2000442
2001298
2002290
2003219
2004116
2005995
2006284
2007182
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 559 | 4 |
| 1999 | 432 | 3 |
| 2000 | 442 | 5 |
| 2001 | 298 | 3 |
| 2002 | 290 | 5 |
| 2003 | 219 | 2 |
| 2004 | 116 | 1 |
| 2005 | 995 | 5 |
| 2006 | 284 | 3 |
| 2007 | 182 | 2 |
This year (2002)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2002 Dodge Grand Caravan FAQ
How many recalls does the 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 04V531000 (electrical), 04V386000 (steering), 03V094000 (structure), 02V274000 (fuel system), 01V310000 (seat). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan problems?
Owners filed 290 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (59), Steering (53), Power train (42) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2002 Grand Caravan compare with other years?
Among the 1998–2007 Dodge Grand Caravan model years at least five years old, the 2004 drew the fewest complaints (116) and the 2005 the most (995). The 2002 drew 290. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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